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Hormonally Driven Sleep Problems

Meaning

Hormonally Driven Sleep Problems are a category of sleep disturbances where the underlying etiology or significant contributing factor is a measurable imbalance or dysregulation within the endocrine system. These issues manifest as insomnia, fragmented sleep, altered sleep architecture, or excessive daytime somnolence. Common hormonal culprits include fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone during the menstrual cycle or menopause, thyroid hormone dysfunctions, and chronic hyper- or hypo-cortisolism. Addressing these sleep issues requires a precise endocrinological diagnosis and targeted hormonal intervention, recognizing that sleep is both a product and a regulator of endocrine health.